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Published on Feb 21, 2025

Elon Musk-backed group pumps millions into Wisconsin Supreme Court ads

Elon Musk-backed group pumps millions into Wisconsin Supreme Court ads Elon Musk's allies lead unprecedented spending in Wisconsin Supreme Court race between Schimel and Crawford ahead of April vote. Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! …

Source: WISN 12 - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on Feb 21, 2025

JD Vance wants you to see Donald Trump -- abuser of women -- as the role model for masculinity: Today in Ohio

CLEVELAND, Ohio - JD Vance announced at the CPAC conference this week that President Donald Trump is a role model and that men should not have to subjugate their “masculine urges.” “Don’t allow this broken culture to send you a message that you’re a bad …

Source: Cleveland.com - Ohio - Neutral
Published on Feb 21, 2025

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker condemns Trump’s LGBTQ+ erasure & rising authoritarianism in blistering speech

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, a Democrat, delivered a forceful rebuke of the Trump administration’s anti-LGBTQ+ policies and seemingly authoritarian ambitions in his State of the State address Wednesday, warning that the federal government’s actions mirror …

Source: The Advocate - Left-wing
Published on Feb 21, 2025

Founding Celebration honors Illinois State University's 168 years as an institution

Illinois State University held its annual Founding Celebration on Thursday as the University celebrated 168 years of existence. The Bell Ringing Ceremony took place in the Prairie Room at the Bone Student Center, where 168 nominated ISU board members, …

Source: The Vidette - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Feb 21, 2025

Illinois Gov. Pritzker again compares Trump to the Nazis

Gov. JB Pritzker delivers his annual State of the State and Budget Address in front of House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch, left, and Senate President Don Harmon on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. | Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune via AP SPRINGFIELD …

Source: People's World - Left-wing
Published on Feb 21, 2025

Ohio University's journalism school condemns Trump's move to nix AP access

The Ohio University E.W. Scripps School of Journalism is condemning the Trump administration's move to bar the Associated Press from covering the presidency from the Oval Office or Air Force One. The journalism school issued a statement on Thursday …

Source: WOSU - Ohio - Public Broadcaster
Published on Feb 21, 2025

The War on Books: How book bans threaten democracy and education

Book bans are surging across the United States at an unprecedented rate. The book bans are not just an attack on literature; banning books threatens intellectual freedom, critical thought and education. In the 2023-24 school year, PEN America, the free …

Source: The Pace Press - New York - Neutral
Published on 01:36 GMT

No room for one nation, one language policy in a multi-language democracy

Editor, International Mother Language Day is observed every year on 21 February to promote linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. According to the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues, one language dies every 14 days as …

Source: The Arunachal Times - Neutral
Published on Feb 21, 2025

Attorney General Pushes Indiana Supreme Court To End Lawfare Targeting Pro-Life Speech

Republican Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita petitioned the state Supreme Court Thursday to stop threats to his law license over his pro-life legal efforts. It’s the latest development in years of abortion litigation and advocacy involving Congress, the …

Source: The Federalist - Right-wing
Published on Feb 21, 2025

Ohio State researchers find increase in fertility app use post-Dobbs decision, despite privacy concerns

Emily Neiman, lead author and clinical instructor of practice in the College of Nursing at The Ohio State University. Credit: Courtesy of Emily Neiman Ohio State researchers discovered the use of fertility-tracking apps and websites increased in certain …

Source: The Lantern - Ohio - Neutral
Published on Feb 20, 2025

Elon Musk Is Trying to Buy the Wisconsin Supreme Court

Thousands of people across the United States protested against President Trump's Executive Orders, illegal actions of the Trump Administration, as well as Elon Musk usurping the Constitution and Congress. Robyn Stevens Brody/Sipa via AP Images …

Source: Mother Jones - Left-wing
Published on Feb 20, 2025

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Scorches Trump, Musk In Speech: 'We Don't Have Kings In America'

LOADINGERROR LOADING “We don’t have kings in America and I don’t intend to bend the knee to one,” declared Pritzker in his State of the State address. Earlier in the speech, Pritzker called out Trump as well as billionaire Elon Musk over the administration …

Source: HuffPost - Left-wing
Published on Feb 20, 2025

Derek Camp selects Melissa Morehead Moore as running mate for Indiana Democratic Party Chair race

EVANSVILLE— With an eye on building a stronger, more connected Indiana Democratic Party, Derek Camp announced today that Melissa Morehead Moore will join his ticket as his choice for vice chair. Morehead Moore, a longtime advocate for Hoosier communities, …

Source: 1340 AM WBIW - Indiana - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 20, 2025

GOP bill banning student cell phones in classrooms passes Wisconsin Assembly

Students at public schools across Wisconsin would be banned from using cell phones in the classroom during instructional time under a Republican bill passed in the state Assembly Wednesday. It’s one of a series of GOP education bills that also focus on …

Source: WisPolitics - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on Feb 20, 2025

Pritzker's Nazi Germany Remark Prompts Backlash From Illinois Republicans

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker prompted instant backlash from Republicans during his joint budget and state of the state address on Wednesday when he compared the Trump administration to Nazis. “Here’s what I’ve learned — the root that tears apart your house’ …

Source: Townhall - Right-wing
Published on Feb 20, 2025

Indiana man arrested for alleged death threats against Elon Musk, Police find rifle and bulletproof vest at home

An Indiana man has been arrested for allegedly making threats toward billionaire and Donald Trump ally Elon Musk on X, formerly Twitter. Authorities identified the suspect as 28-year-old David Allen June Cherry, who now faces a felony charge of …

Source: The Express Tribune - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 20, 2025

Michigan teachers join rank-and-file campaign to defend immigrants and public education

Detroit teachers at a sickout protest in 2016At an online meeting Sunday, February 16, Michigan teachers and supporters voted to endorse a statement issued by the Educators Rank-and File Committee (ERFC) titled “Hands off immigrant children and parents! …

Source: World Socialist Web Site - Left-wing
Published on Feb 19, 2025

Read it yourself: Gov. J.B. Pritzker's 2025 Illinois budget address

Editor's note: The following is Gov. J.B. Pritzker's 2025 address, as prepared for delivery Wednesday and distributed by the governor's office. Speaker Welch, President Harmon, Minority Leader McCombie, Minority Leader Curran, Lieutenant …

Source: Herald & Review - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Feb 19, 2025

‘What comes next?': Illinois governor delivers stern message on state of country

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker delivered a stern message, naming both President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk in his State of the State address, as he said he is "watching with a foreboding dread what is happening in our country right now." …

Source: NBC 5 - Illinois - Neutral

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 01:19 GMT

Transcript: Ensuring Accountability for NYC

Governor Kathy Hochul today proposed new actions to restore public trust in New York City government with a sweeping expansion of state oversight and new guardrails to ensure accountability and protect New Yorkers. These actions will require legislative …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 23:31 GMT

Montgomery County Leaders Host United in Service and Support Community Meeting on February 25 at 7 p.m.

MARYLAND, February 21 - For Immediate Release: Friday, February 21, 2025 From the Offices of the Montgomery County Council and the County Executive Virtual community meeting on Zoom to uplift federal workers and residents Council President Kate Stewart, …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 21:44 GMT

Statement on the Cabinet Meeting of Wednesday, 12 February 2025 and Special Cabinet meeting of Wednesday, 29 January ...

A. Issues in the environment 1. 2025 State of the Nation Address (SoNA) 1.1. Cabinet expressed its support for the bold vision of creating a nation where all South Africans share in its prosperity and opportunities, as outlined by President Cyril …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 21:02 GMT

February 21 - Secretary of State Jena Griswold Issues Statement regarding NASS Letter to DHS Secretary Noem

News Release State of Colorado Department of State 1700 Broadway Suite 550 Denver, CO 80290 Jena Griswold Secretary of State Chris Beall Deputy Secretary of State Denver, February 21, 2025 - Today, the Executive Board of the bipartisan National Association …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 23:42 GMT

Protesters Call on Representative Andy Harris to Address Billionaire Influence in Public Policy

CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cambridge, MD – Cambridge Indivisible will host a protest on Friday, February 21, 2025, as part of a nationwide effort calling for greater accountability from public officials …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 07:43 GMT

Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga: outhern African High-Level Consultative Forum on Advancing Gender-Transformative Economies ...

Keynote: Women’s Economic Participation in Africa: Re-imagining a prosperous future Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, His Excellency Wamkele Mene All Permanent Secretaries present Director General of the Department of Women, …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 07:27 GMT

Deputy Minister Sihle Zikalala vists Robben Island renovation project

The Deputy Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Sihle Zikalala, has expressed satisfaction with the progress being made to spruce up the Robben Island Museum and preserve its iconic heritage site status. The project to improve the iconic island is …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 17:45 GMT

Minister Ronald Lamola: South Africa - European Union Ministerial Political Dialogue

Your Excellency, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission, Mrs Kaja Kallas Excellencies, Ambassador Kramer of the European Union and Ambassador Xasa, South Africa’s Ambassador to the EU My …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 20:56 GMT

Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association Congratulates Kash Patel on His Confirmation as FBI Director

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) would like to congratulate Kash Patel on his confirmation as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 19:16 GMT

Prison Staff Member Hospitalized After Drug Exposure, Highlighting Urgent Need for Mail Screening Reform

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, February 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A correctional officer was rushed to the hospital today after exposure to an unknown substance in inmate mail/property, marking the latest in a series of dangerous incidents …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 18:49 GMT

Patriotic Powerhouse Natasha Owens Debuts New Single 'Long Live Liberty' at CPAC DC

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Patriotic powerhouse Natasha Owens is taking the stage as a featured performer throughout CPAC in Washington, D.C. this week, where she is premiering her new CPAC-inspired …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Music Industry ...
Published on February 21, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

Wolf River Electric Opposes SF 1142 and HF 845, Citing Risks to Local Solar Adoption

ISANTI, MN, UNITED STATES, February 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wolf River Electric has announced its strong opposition to Senate File 1142 (SF 1142) and House File 845 (HF 845), newly introduced bills in the Minnesota Legislature that seek to …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 21:57 GMT

NCLA Asks Supreme Court to Hear Case on Privacy Rights for Records Shared with Third Parties

Washington, DC, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the New Civil Liberties Alliance petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to hear the Harper v. O’Donnell lawsuit and reform the “third-party” doctrine, which denies individuals Fourth Amendment protection …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 15:52 GMT

OSCE Mission to BiH Conducts First Anti-Trafficking Simulation-Based Training in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sarajevo, 21 February 2025 – From 17 to 21 February 2025, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) organized an advanced training for anti-trafficking practitioners, engaging them in real-time simulated scenarios to identify and investigate …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 15:52 GMT

OSCE workshop enhances protection of soft targets, public events, in Kyrgyzstan

Protecting soft targets, such as public events, from terrorist attacks was the focus of an OSCE workshop held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, from 18 to 20 February. The event, bringing together 30 government officials, was organized by the OSCE Transnational …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

The Rise of Quantum Key Distribution Market: A $2.63 billion Industry Dominated by Tech Giants - Toshiba (Japan) and ...

Delray Beach, FL, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The global Quantum Key Distribution Market size is projected to grow from USD 0.48 billion in 2024 to USD 2.63 billion by 2030 at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 32.6% during the forecast period, …

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Published on February 21, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

RF Gallium Nitride Market to Reach $2.8B by 2028 – Key Trends & Insights!

Delray Beach, FL, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The report "RF Gallium Nitride Market by Device (Discrete RF Device, Integrated RF Device), wafer size, end user (Telecom Infrastructure, Satellite Communications, Military & Defense) and Region …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 23:56 GMT

Women Leaders Take the Stage at the Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber’s Women of Impact Luncheon

WOODLAND HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Greater San Fernando Valley Chamber is proud to present the Second Annual Women of Impact Luncheon, taking place on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 23:42 GMT

Protesters Call on Representative Andy Harris to Address Billionaire Influence in Public Policy

CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cambridge, MD – Cambridge Indivisible will host a protest on Friday, February 21, 2025, as part of a nationwide effort calling for greater accountability from public officials …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 22:52 GMT

KELLY CARNES SELECTED FOR IAOTP’S TOP TECH POLICY EXPERT OF THE DECADE

Kelly Carnes member of the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) will be honored at their annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kelly Carnes, President and CEO of …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 22:41 GMT

Kenzie Morrison, Heavyweight Boxer, FREE “Open Workout” Event

As part of the George Magazine Live 2025 festivities, Professional Heavyweight Boxer Kenzie Morrison will be featured in a live “open workout.” HOT SPRINGS, AR, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As part of the George …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 22:35 GMT

Italian American One Voice Coalition Slams Candidate Romi Herrera for Mob-Inspired Stereotypes

NORTHVALE, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Italian American One Voice Coalition (“IAOVC”), the nation’s largest independent Italian American anti-bias organization, is calling out New Jersey Assembly District 35 …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

MyVisaJobs Releases 20th Annual Report with Key Insights on Immigration, H-1B Sponsorship & the U.S. Job Market

Offering Data-Driven Analysis for Foreign Workers, International Students, Employers, Policymakers & Reporters on U.S. Immigration & Employment Trends LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MyVisaJobs.com …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 17:24 GMT

Data Foundation Supports Trump Administration's Call for 'Radical Transparency' in Federal Spending

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Data Foundation applauds President Trump's call for transparency in federal spending through his "Radical Transparency About Wasteful Spending" memorandum, …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 14:09 GMT

Neue Medienanalyse zur Bundestagswahl 2025: Migrationspolitik dominiert die öffentliche Debatte

Onclusive Medienreport: Die echten Zahlen zur Berichterstattung über Parteien, Kandidaten und Wahlkampfthemen vor der Bundestagswahl. HAMBURG, HAMBURG, GERMANY, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Drei Tage vor der Bundestagswahl am 23. …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 13:45 GMT

USHBC Commends Rep. Joaquín Castro on Appointment to National Museum of the American Latino Board of Trustees

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) congratulates Congressman Joaquín Castro (D-TX) on his appointment as the Congressional Hispanic Caucus representative …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 13:44 GMT

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Urges House to Pass the TAKE IT DOWN Act

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Javier Palomarez, President & CEO of the United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC), sent a letter to House leadership expressing strong support for the passage of …

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Published on February 20, 2025 - 13:32 GMT

USHBC Supports the Confirmation of Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) supports the Senate’s confirmation of Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick as the 41st U.S. Secretary of Commerce. A …

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